Delicious Apricot Lavender Jam with Vanilla Bean
A quick and easy homemade apricot jam infused with floral lavender and warm vanilla bean, perfect for breakfast toast or as a special gift.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups (approximately 16 servings of 1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds fresh apricots, pitted and chopped
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 whole vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse the apricots under cool water, then pit and chop into roughly 1/2-inch pieces (about 15 minutes).
- In a saucepan, combine dried lavender buds with 1/4 cup water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and steep for 5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped apricots and sugar with the lavender infusion. Let sit for about 10 minutes to release juice and dissolve sugar.
- Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both seeds and pod to the pot.
- Pour in fresh lemon juice to brighten flavor and help jam set.
- Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce to a steady simmer and cook, stirring regularly and skimming foam, for 25-30 minutes.
- Test for setting by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and doesn’t run after cooling, jam is ready. If not, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes.
- Remove vanilla pod and optionally strain out lavender buds for smoother texture or leave in for rustic feel.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized glass jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal tightly, and let cool to room temperature before storing.
Notes
Steep lavender separately to control floral intensity and avoid soapiness. Use the cold plate test to check jam setting. Adjust sugar slightly depending on apricot sweetness. Stir gently to prevent burning. Vanilla pod adds aroma without overpowering. Frozen apricots can be used if thawed overnight. For smoother jam, strain out lavender buds before jarring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20 g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12.5
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.1
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